What is the cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Tambun?

The cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Tambun is to bus which costs RM 35 - RM 39 and takes 8h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Tambun?

The fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Tambun is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs RM 40 - RM 60.

Is there a direct bus between Alor Setar and Tambun?

No, there is no direct bus from Alor Setar to Tambun. However, there are services departing from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar and arriving at Pekan Tambun via Terminal Meru Raya and Stesen Bas Medan Kidd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Alor Setar to Tambun?

The distance between Alor Setar and Tambun is 237 km. The road distance is 236.8 km.

How do I travel from Alor Setar to Tambun without a car?

The best way to get from Alor Setar to Tambun without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs RM 20 - RM 75.

How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to Tambun?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Alor Setar to Tambun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alor Setar to Tambun bus from?

Alor Setar to Tambun bus services, operated by Express Kesatuan, depart from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar station.

Train or bus from Alor Setar to Tambun?

The best way to get from Alor Setar to Tambun is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs RM 20 - RM 75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 35 - RM 39 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Alor Setar to Tambun bus arrive?

Alor Setar to Tambun bus services, operated by Express Kesatuan, arrive at Terminal Meru Raya station.

Can I drive from Alor Setar to Tambun?

Yes, the driving distance between Alor Setar to Tambun is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Alor Setar to Tambun.

Where can I stay near Tambun?

There are 1529+ hotels available in Tambun.

Alor Setar to Tambun - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Alor Setar to Tambun by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alor Star to Ipohtrain Ets
3h 33m
RM 20–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar to Terminal Meru Rayabus
8h 1m
RM 36–38
Drive 236.8 km
1. Drive from Alor Setar to Tambuncar 236.8 km
2h 40m
RM 40–58
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alor Setar to Tambuntaxi 236.8 km
2h 40m
RM 500–650

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alor Setar to Tambun.

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Distance: 237.4 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Alor Setar, Malaysia and Tambun, Malaysia?

KTM Intercity operates a train from Alor Star to Ipoh once daily. Tickets cost RM 20–75 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, Express Kesatuan operates a bus from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar to Terminal Meru Raya every 4 hours. Tickets cost RM 33–35 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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